Thankane�s poverty eradication, a tall order

THANKANE-While most of the remote area dwellers are subjected to poverty and depend solely on Ipelegeng relief programme, some residents of Thankane settlement are making fruitless efforts to tap in government programmes to better their lives.

Thankane is situated between farms after Mokhomma village, approximately 60km south from Jwaneng along a dusty gravel road and it is only by the mercy of the Lord that one can arrive there due to limited transport.

The population is estimated to be 722 people according the 2011 population census. However, there has been a good enrolment of government funded projects like a salon, blacksmith, and carpentry and a music band.

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Women unite for progress

It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...

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